Semiconductor Technician Tech Lead

JOB OVERVIEW

Location: Remote

Schedule: Part time (15–20 hours/week), must be available in EST timezone

Contract: 1-month contract with strong potential for long-term extension

About Uptime Crew

Uptime Crew multiplies technology talent potential to power today's leading enterprises. We remove barriers for diverse early-career technologists by delivering elite, immersive, outcome-based training that prepares them for long, rewarding careers.

We are seeking an experienced Technical Trainer to lead our Semiconductor Field Service Engineer/Technician program. The program covers:

• Semiconductor industry and facility fundamentals, including uptime and reliability

• Cleanroom operations and wafer handling

• Safety and quality: lockout/tagout, emergency procedures, and hazard awareness

• Fab systems, semiconductor manufacturing processes, and integrated circuit fundamentals

• Vacuum and cryogenic systems

• Operations and maintenance (O&M): inspections, SOPs, and structured troubleshooting

If you are a seasoned practitioner who loves mentorship, teaching, and transforming learners into job-ready technicians and field service engineers, we'd love to hear from you.

About the Role

Learners, whether technicians or field service engineers, will complete a structured curriculum through our online learning platform and live virtual training sessions. You will provide hands-on technical guidance, feedback, mentorship, and real-world industry insight throughout the training, helping learners translate technical concepts into practical, job-ready skills and build the confidence needed to succeed on the job.

This role is ideal for a seasoned semiconductor field service engineer, fab technician, or facilities professional with a strong safety background who enjoys teaching and mentoring others and is looking for a remote opportunity to both deliver training and help refine the curriculum behind it. Hands-on experience in electrical, HVAC and mechanical, or plumbing and fire protection systems is a plus, but it is not required.

Key Responsibilities

• Guide learner development throughout the program, monitoring progress and helping ensure learners are prepared to succeed in the workplace.

• Help refine curriculum and course content in partnership with the Uptime Crew training team.

• Deliver live virtual instruction on: 

• Semiconductor industry and facility fundamentals

• Cleanroom operations and wafer handling

• Safety and quality principles, including PPE, arc flash, lockout/tagout, and Stop Work practices

• Semiconductor manufacturing processes and integrated circuit fundamentals

• Vacuum and cryogenic systems

• Equipment rounds, inspections, and maintenance practices

• Reading and interpreting schematics and specifications

• Structured troubleshooting and O&M scenarios

• Review assignments, assessments, and presentations; provide detailed, actionable feedback.

• Answer learner questions and provide technical support through Teams, live sessions, and one-on-one calls as needed.

• Provide technical guidance, industry best practices, and professional mentorship throughout the program.

• Bring real-world industry experience into the classroom by sharing current workflows, tools, standards, and workplace expectations.

• Partner with the Uptime Crew training team by sharing observations and feedback that help strengthen the curriculum and continuously improve the learner experience.

Who We're Looking For

Core Qualifications

• 7+ years of hands-on experience in facility or equipment support roles within a semiconductor fab, data center, or other mission-critical environment

• Expert knowledge of statistics, including SPC charts and outlier conditions, and of process production areas throughout semiconductor manufacturing

• 1+ year in training, mentoring, or consulting preferred

• Strong practical expertise in:

• Semiconductor manufacturing processes and integrated circuit fundamentals

• Vacuum and cryogenic systems

• Cleanroom operations, wafer handling, and fab safety culture

• Facility uptime, redundancy, and reliability practices

• O&M programs, SOP writing, and documentation practices

General Technical Strengths

• Thorough command of facility safety, including lockout/tagout, hazardous energy control, arc flash awareness, PPE, and Stop Work practices

• Ability to read and explain technical drawings, schematics, and specifications

• Comfort troubleshooting equipment and facility issues using structured methods

• Working knowledge of governing codes and safety standards (such as OSHA and NFPA) and why they matter

• Ability to explain technical concepts clearly to early-career learners

• Confident on-camera presence and comfort with Teams, screen sharing, and breakout rooms

• Reliable high-speed internet, a quiet workspace, and a quality webcam and microphone

Nice to Have

• OSHA 30 certification or OSHA Outreach Trainer authorization

• NFPA 70E electrical safety training or certification

• HVAC, plumbing, or fire protection certifications

• Licensed electrician credential, electrical engineering degree, or equivalent trade certification

• Prior experience teaching, mentoring, or managing junior technicians